1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1946 Fiat 500
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1946 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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1969 Cadillac Calais | 1946 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Calais | 500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1946 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 567 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2010 mm |